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I'm starting to be concerned about this unseasonable warn weather we have been experiencing where I live. Specifically how it will affect the consumption of my bees winter honey stores. I see the girls bringing in pollen but I know there is not a lot, if any, nectar sources available. I'm in my first season and I'm wondering if I should feed. I don't want to induce brood rearing but I don't want the extra activity to deplete the needed winter food. Is a real concern or am I over thinking the situation?

Last winter, my bees headed into it with large population and light on stores. Then it was crazy mild all winter. I felt sure they would starve, but they made it through. They can surprise you, so I hope for the best for yours.

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The pedigree of honey Does not concern the bee; A clover, any time, to him Is aristocracy. ---Emily Dickinson

Last winter, my bees headed into it with large population and light on stores. Then it was crazy mild all winter. I felt sure they would starve, but they made it through. They can surprise you, so I hope for the best for yours.

Thanks, I hope your right. Still lots of bees. One hive really jumped on the feeder, the other not so much. That doesn't make a lot of sense to me. Anyone got any idea?